Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Forensic Sciences

Master of Science in Criminal Justice - Forensic Sciences Overview

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice with a specialization in Forensic Sciences allows students to focus their studies on the aspect of criminal justice that most appeals to their interests and best fits their career aspirations. Forensic sciences experts play a valuable role in law enforcement efforts and may be utilized in a variety of settings including crime scenes, laboratories, and court rooms.

In addition to providing students with a comprehensive criminal justice education covering fundamental issues of criminal law, technology in law enforcement, and criminology, the Forensic Sciences study track offers specialized training in fingerprinting, drug enforcement, and other specific skills vital to a career in this growing field.

If you are a member of the New York Police Department, you are also eligible to take the NYPD Elective Classes.

Students pursing a Master's in Criminal Justice degree with a specialization in Forensic Sciences will gain the skills necessary to work in specialized areas of law enforcement and criminal justice. Forensic science careers often consist of jobs such as crime scene investigation, which may entail the collection and analysis of physical evidence and other data as part of a criminal investigation.

Aspen University students acquire the tools to succeed in a variety of criminal justice related positions through courses including Crime Scene Investigation, Technology in Law Enforcement, Fingerprinting, Criminal Procedure, and Criminal Law.

Tuition Rates

Pay $325 per Month

Each month you'll make just one payment of $325, which we'll apply towards your tuition and fees.
Your first payment is due on the first day of class and you'll be charged on the same day each month after that.

Tuition and Fees

Tuition

Cost per Credit

$325.00

Credits

36

Tuition

$11,700

Cost per Credit

$325

Credits

36

Tuition

$11,700

Fees

Transcript (per request)

$10

Annual Technology Fee

$150

Tuition Deferment (if applicable)

$200

Graduation (one time)

$100

Proctored Examination (per exam)

$100

Course Withdrawal (if applicable)**

20%

Additional Diploma (per request)

$50

Textbooks***

$1,200

** The Course Withdraw fee is 20% of the amount tuition charged for the course, capped at $100 per withdrawal and a total of $200 per program.

*** This is a best effort estimate for the cost of textbooks for the entire program. The actual costs of textbooks will vary.